This document provides an introduction to cloud computing. It defines cloud computing as IT services delivered on demand over the internet. Resources are pooled and accessed virtually, allowing for flexible scaling. The main advantages are reduced costs since users no longer need to maintain their own infrastructure, and pay only for what they use. Various cloud models are described including SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS. Careers in cloud computing involve roles in areas like provisioning, monitoring, security, virtualization, and software architecture.
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